Android users may soon enjoy a new convenience similar to Apple’s NameDrop, as Google is reportedly developing a Contact Poster–style feature for its ecosystem. While iOS and Android have long offered different user experiences in terms of design, customization, and control, both companies occasionally adopt similar features. Just as Apple has borrowed Android-like additions in recent iOS updates, Google is now preparing to introduce its own upgraded contact-sharing system.

According to a report by Android Authority, Google is working on a feature that resembles Apple’s Contact Poster or NameDrop. On iPhones, NameDrop allows users to share their contact card—complete with name, photo, and other details—simply by bringing two iPhones close together, similar to how AirDrop works. This makes contact sharing fast, seamless, and completely wireless.

Google’s upcoming version appears to be named Gesture Exchange. Mentions of “ContactExchangeActivity” and “ndef” in the code suggest that the feature will rely on NFC-based data transfer, enabling quick exchange of contact information between devices. With this system, Android users will be able to choose exactly what they want to share—whether it's a photo, phone number, email address, or other details. For added privacy, users can also select a Receive Only option if they do not wish to transmit any personal information.

On the receiving end, the device will prompt the user to save the shared information as a new contact. While this new feature aligns with Google’s ongoing development of its own Contact Poster functionality, the company has not yet revealed a release timeline. However, once rolled out, Android users can expect a much smoother and more intuitive way to exchange contact details.